For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,151 students in 85748, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85748, AZ are Academy Of Tucson High School, Soleng Tom Elementary School and Dunham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85748 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85748, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85748, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Tucson High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10720 E 22nd St
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 733-0096
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 733-0096
Grades: 9-12
| 166 students
Rank: #22.
Soleng Tom Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11141 East Camino Quince
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-5400
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 297 students
Rank: #33.
Dunham Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9850 E 29th St
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-4200
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-4200
Grades: PK-5
| 158 students
Rank: #44.
Gridley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 S Harrison Rd
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-4600
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-4600
Grades: 6-8
| 530 students
85748, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Desert Springs Academy (Closed 2020)
Charter School
10129 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 321-9233
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 321-9233
Grades: K-5
| 69 students
Tag Elementary School (Closed 2015)
Charter School
10129 East Speedway Boulevard
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 296-0006
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 296-0006
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85748, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85748, AZ include Academy Of Tucson High School, Soleng Tom Elementary School and Dunham Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85748?
4 public schools are located in 85748.
What is the racial composition of students in 85748?
85748 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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